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Divorce

3 in 4 UK couples don't have a 'pet nup' – leaving them at risk of £1,500-a-year fallout

The average cost of caring for a pet alone is £1,455 a year

• 75% of couples don't have a 'pet-nup' agreement in place

• 64% have never discussed what would happen to their pet after a breakup

• 40% have argued about pet-related spending

London, October 2025 - Leading digital bank Monzo today reveals that three in four couples don't have a 'pet-nup', an agreement...

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Fish-angel or Fish-emperor and Actinia

5 Things to know before keeping a fish

If you have ever had a pet, you know how immensely joyful of an experience it is in itself. To have a pet by your side means learning something new every day. And if nothing, well, there is always a sense of genuine happiness that you become entitled to - thanks to that little creature.

But, be honest, which animal's image popped in your head when you heard the term 'pet'? Must be a...

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Boa constrictor

Exotic Pets on the rise in Devon – are you living next door to some of the world’s deadliest creatures?

A new survey conducted by Born Free has revealed that nearly 4,000 dangerous wild animals are being privately kept in Great Britain – 35 of which are living in Devon. The international wildlife charity is calling on the UK Government to immediately review the law and put a stop to some of the world’s most remarkable, but often deadly, creatures being kept as ‘pets’ in unsuitable captive...

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Brits care more about their pet's welfare and comfort than their own

Brits care more about their pet's welfare and comfort than their own

It comes as no surprise that the UK is a nation of pet lovers and a recent survey suggests that for many of us, they are the number one priority. Latest figures from PDSA reveal that there are 10.9 million cats and 9.9 million dogs living in UK households.

A study of 2,000 besotted cat and dog owners by Confused.com reveals the lengths brits go to to keep their beloved animal cosy....

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